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Care Coordinator (Health Home Plus) - NYC Health Home

Job Details

Job Location

1020 Grand Concourse N. Professional Wing, Bronx, NY, 10451 - Bronx, NY

Travel Percentage

Up to 50%

Join Our Team as aHealth Home Plus Care Coordinator with EAC Network!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with severe mental illness and other complex needs? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit agency dedicated to empowering and supporting over 70,000 people through 120 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is seeking a motivated Health Home Plus Care Coordinator for our New York City program!

Competitive Compensation:$28 per hour with a hybrid work schedule.Schedule:Monday-Friday 9AM-5PMLocation:1020 Grand Concourse NW, Bronx NY 10451

Why This Role is Perfect for You:

As a Health Home Plus Care Coordinator, you’ll be at the forefront of transformative care, helping individuals with severe mental illness navigate their path to stability and wellness. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage of $28, a hybrid work schedule, and the opportunity to be part of a compassionate team making a real difference in the community.

What You’ll Do:

+ Coordinate Care:Provide outreach, assessment, and service planning for clients with severe mental illness, ensuring they receive comprehensive support for their mental health, substance use, and medical needs.

+ Engage with Clients:Develop and implement care plans, maintain contact with clients and their support networks, and monitor progress to achieve optimal health outcomes.

+ Fieldwork & Flexibility:Split your time between our office in the Bronx, and fieldwork, including home visits, hospital visits, and emergency room follow-ups.

+ Collaborate & Support:Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including Case Managers and treatment providers, to facilitate client engagement and address barriers to service utilization.

+ Documentation & Tracking:Keep detailed records, track client activities, and ensure timely follow-up on appointments, treatments, and aftercare.

What We’re Looking For:

+ Qualifications:Master’s degree in a human services field with one year of experience, or a bachelor’s degree with two years of experience, or CASAC with two years of experience. Alternatively, a bachelor’s degree with three years of experience or two years as a Health Home care manager for the Severe Mental Illness (SMI) or serious emotional disturbance (SED) population.

+ Experience:Direct experience providing medical, mental health or substance use focused care coordination services to individuals with Serious Mental Illness, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, or experience linking those individuals to services is required. Knowledge of health care environments, clinical terminology, health information systems, and the criminal justice space is preferred.

+ Skills:Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software is required.

+ Other Requirements: Must be able to travel either with automobile or public transportation throughout NYC.

Why Join Us?

+ Impactful Work:Make a significant impact on the lives of individuals battling addiction, mental health and chronic medical conditions.

+ Supportive Environment:Work within a compassionate and dedicated team.

+ Professional Growth:Benefit from industry-leading training and ongoing development opportunities.

+ Comprehensive Benefits:Enjoy medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K with a 3% company contribution after the first year, 30 days of paid time off in your first year, 14 days off for US holidays, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, and so much more!

If you're ready to make a significant impact in the field of mental health and are eager to join a team committed to excellence and compassion, we want to hear from you! Apply today to become a crucial part of EAC Network’s mission and make a real difference in our community.